Dennis Joseph "Dan" Brouthers, 1st Base, Detroit Wolverines, from the Old Judge series (N172) for Old Judge Cigarettes 1887

This 1887 baseball card from the *Old Judge* series depicts Dennis Joseph "Dan" Brouthers, the first baseman for the Detroit Wolverines. The card, a sepia-toned photograph, shows Brouthers standing on a baseball field, holding a bat. The image was created by Goodwin & Company and features the "Old Judge Cigarettes" logo in an arched banner at the top, making this a prime example of early advertising and sports memorabilia. The card is a small piece of American history and sports, reflecting a period of growing popularity in baseball.